It’s 3 p.m. and you’re starving. Stop! Don’t run off to Starbucks just yet.

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You know the drill: it’s late afternoon, your stomach is rumbling and the lure of the vending machine or corner coffee shop keeps getting harder to resist. But there’s no need to give in! We’ve got you! Ever hear of Hu-Cu-Crack? Or Rad-Ric-Oil? No? What about Sar-Cra-Lem or To-Cado-Mon? No to that, too? Well, we’re gonna break all of these healthy desk snacks out by their three ultra-simple ingredients, so making them is easy-as-pie. They’re also fun to say!

The best part is, these healthy, energizing snacks will carry you through that afternoon slump, and better yet, you can whip almost all of them up in a flash, right at your desk. For those that need a toaster or a can opener, all you need is a little a walk to the office kitchen. See? Totally manageable, and way more filling than a doughnut. Check out these tasty snacks and get ready to make all of them:

17 three-ingredient snacks you can make at your desk

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Hummus + Cucumber + Crackers

High in protein, humble hummus is a snacker’s delight. Spread its goodness on a cracker (or bagel chip), top with a cucumber round and chase those cravings away. If you want to go carb-free, use the cucumber as the cracker instead.
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Dates + Cheese + Nuts

Those with a sweet tooth will enjoy the creamy-sticky combination of this nibble. Slit a couple of dates, stuff them with a cheese of your choice and garnish with chopped nuts, like walnuts or pistachio for a bit of crunch.
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Radishes + Ricotta + Olive Oil

The French love their radishes and butter, but this combo works well together, too. Drizzle the ricotta with olive oil (steal some pepper and salt from the office kitchen for seasoning) and then dip, dip your afternoon (and hunger pangs) away.
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Sardines + Cracker + Lemon

These little fish are packed with omega-3s and are known to be brain food. Top a whole grain cracker with a couple of sardines, squeeze over some lemon juice and you’re good to go. PS – Use sardines preserved in olive oil.
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Nut Butter + Apple + Cinnamon

A little creamy, a little crunchy—we love dressing up our 3 p.m. apple with either almond or peanut butter. Although perfect as is, a little warmth from a sprinkling of cinnamon gives it a sweet antioxidant boost.
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Banana + Peanut Butter + Graham Crackers

Ever heard of a smudgie? Well, now you have. It’s essentially graham crackers with a smashed banana-peanut filling. But here’s the catch, you have to freeze the sandwiches for at least three hours. So start as soon as you’re making your morning cuppa at work.
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Salsa + Avocado + Pita Chips

Add a little ole to your afternoon. It’s easy! All you need is an avocado half, which acts as a bowl as well. Mash the flesh with about two tablespoons of salsa (we like the hot version) and your faux guacamole is ready for dunking into. Thinkstock

Greek Yogurt + Berries + Honey

It’s a breakfast fave, but it's also an easy treat when your stomach starts talking to you during the latter half of the workday. What’s not to love? Protein-rich Greek yogurt, antioxidant-powered berries, sweet honey—it’s win, win, win!
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Tuna + Rice Crackers + Lime Juice

Another way to power up on those omega-3s, canned tuna comes to the snack rescue sitting simply on a rice cracker and garnished with a drizzle of fresh lime juice. Just make sure the office kitchen has a can opener.
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Celery + Peanut Butter + Raisins

Yes! Ants on a log! It’s an oldie, but a goody. Not only is it nutritionally sound, it brings a sweet sense of nostalgia that everyone can appreciate, especially when the work day seems like it’s not ending any time soon.
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Cucumber + Chili Pepper + Sea Salt

It’s so easy, it’s almost unnecessary to write a description. Slice a cucumber into spears or thick rounds, sprinkle over some red pepper flakes (or chili powder for the more adventurous) and sea salt and devour. If you don’t like the heat, sesame seeds or plain black pepper works, too.
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Toast + Avocado + Smoked Salmon

Make use of that office toaster! Then slather a warm slice of multigrain bread with mashed avocado and finish with a few slices of silky smoked salmon. No salmon on hand? Try tomato slices, smoked almonds or corn kernels instead.
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Strawberry + Nutella + Graham Crackers

If instant gratification is more your thing, this will satisfy you in a flash. Dollop graham crackers with a little (yes, little!) Nutella, top each one with slices of strawberry and then cross your fingers none of your colleagues want a “small” taste.
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Tomato + Feta + Cracker

Look no further for a treat that’s creamy, crunchy and salty all at the same time. Toss cherry tomato halves with crumbled feta and then load your favourite cracker or flatbread with the medley. A little salt and pepper would not be amiss.
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Banana + Almond Butter + Nutmeg

Bananas are high potassium and almond butter packs a protein punch. Bring the two together and you have a sweet treat that feels naughty, but is all good for you. A dash of nutmeg (or cinnamon) adds a welcome earthy tone.Thinkstock

Oatmeal + Nuts + Honey

Single packs of unflavoured, instant oatmeal are a desk snack winner. Why? The oat’s soluble fiber will keep you full and going until dinner. A tablespoon or two of nuts adds texture and a drizzle of honey ties it all together in a delicious package.
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Cottage Cheese + Cinnamon + Raisins

Little cartons of low-fat cottage cheese are not only easily portable, but they are roughly just 90 calories. We like the combination of cinnamon and raisins but feel free to switch it up for pumpkin spice and nuts or any other flavour combos.Thinkstock